Better Christmas List

Better Christmas List

Gift lists, budgets & shopping

1 ratings
21 reviews
Free
In-App Purchases

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Released
November 5, 2008
Updated
November 10, 2026

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Organize gift ideas, track budgets, and manage shopping lists for everyone you're buying for. Save photos and notes, monitor spending, and see what's left to buy, wrap, or send. Syncs across Apple devices and offers collaborative planning with a premium subscription.

✓Gift idea organization
✓Budget tracking
✓Shopping list management
✓Photo and note saving
✓Status tracking (To Buy, To Wrap, To Send)
✓Shared group planning (Premium)
✓Apple Watch integration (Premium)
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What's New in Better Christmas List

3.2.1

November 10, 2026

Added progress bar and optimizations when migrating large lists with images to iCloud. New in 3.2: • PIN code lock: with Premium, lock the app on iPhone and iPad so the surprises stay surprises. Turn it on in Settings › Privacy. New in 3.1: • Gift ideas: save ideas for anyone, or for no one yet. • Save gifts from Safari, Photos, and other apps, with the name, picture, and price filled in. • Siri and Shortcuts, and Apple Watch complications. New in 3.0: • A modern design with Dark Mode, plus iPad and Mac apps and iPhone Duo support. • iCloud sync, Apple Watch gift tracking, widgets, and shared groups.

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Subscriptions & In-App Purchases

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More groups, sharing, Watch gift tracking and widgets.

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User reviews

It’s back!

Very happy to be able to do my Christmas planning in this app again

Best list app available

I just really love this Christmas list app. I have tried about 2 dozen different list apps and this was by far the best for many reasons. I love that I can project my Christmas list throughout the year so when I think of something I want to get someone for Christmas I can just jot it down on the app in June and have a more thoughtful holiday shopping list ready to go by November. Also I can shop my items throughout the year and keep track of how much it cost and who it was purchased for so Iam a little better prepared for the holidays & special occasions. This app is simple but I like the idea and the organization concept, it is so good at listing and sorting Christmas items that I decided I would use it throughout the year to budget list for other things as well. Iam doing a home remodel so I have a category for each room and each time I purchase for that room I add a picture, price, and store details. It really gives you a good idea of where you are at and what you have invested financially into each room. What I would change about the app is to dedicate a space to list non Christmas items like my home remodel, birthday and holiday parties, etc. It would also be nice to view the photo & cost along side the title while scrolling down the main list. A cost count down that subtracts your investment from your budget separately for each list (Christmas list items not considered in the tally of the home remodel list, or the birthday list). Lastly notes should be visible. You have a space to put notes but unless you click on "notes" each time you have no way of knowing that there are notes available without clicking on the notes section each time. I know this is a Christmas list but I think you really have something here. There were little things I liked about each listing app I considered but yours, though targeted for "Christmas", is easily the best listing & budgeting app I've ever had.
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Great app!

Have used this app for 3 years now. Key features to me: Password protected (for sneaky kiddos or hubby!), & it helps me remember presents I still need to get as well as those remaining on my list to get. Its also useful for when you start your shopping early. I used to overbuy cause I'd get things & stash the, somewhere, swearing I would remember that I had bought it, just to forget it & purchase something else. No more! (Well, as long as you really use it!). It also helps me know where I stand budget wise. There is also a feature (you have to input the info, but it's worth it) re: where you got an item so you can quickly know what store receipt to look for if a return needs to be made. Love it! Great app. Thanks!
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A favorite App!

This will be the fourth Christmas I've used this clever app for managing my Christmas shopping. A favorite feature is the archive function; I can easily check what I've given (and to whom) in previous years. I also enjoy the little stocking next to each person's name which changes with each step of the process (purchase/wrapping/mailing or delivery) until it is "stuffed." A stuffed stocking gives me a moment of holiday cheer! The ability to group recipients lets me see at a glance how my shopping is progressing, and at a time of year when it's easy to overspend, another great feature tracks exactly what I've spent and helps me retain some fiscal sanity. Highly recommended app!
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Great help during insane holiday season!

I normally end up making multiple lists, then losing them and eventually realizing (usually while wrapping) that I bought too much for one person and forgot another. Even the Excel spreadsheets that I used to build didn't work well, due to the wormhole that exists in the bottom of my purse. Print them out, place in purse, then poof...gone. This app is fantastic. It does everything my excel sheets did, but it calculates budget real-time and no printing needed!!!! And since it's on my phone, which I don't lose and always have with me, I never have to worry about losing the list. I can't say enough great things about it. Thank you, developers!!!! The working moms with ADHD (who don't make enough to afford nannies) thank you, lol. Adderall keeps me sane and on track during the normal part of the year. This app helps when the holidays overwhelm the meds, lol!!
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FAQ

Does Better Christmas List have ads?

No, Better Christmas List is private and ad-free. This means you can organize your gift lists without any interruptions from advertisements.

What devices is Better Christmas List available on?

Better Christmas List is available on iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple Watch. It also supports iCloud sync across all your Apple devices.

How much does Better Christmas List Premium cost?

Premium is available as an annual subscription for $4.99 per year. This unlocks features like unlimited groups and collaborative planning.

Can I plan gifts with others using Better Christmas List?

Yes, with the Premium subscription, you can invite a partner or family member to help with selected groups. Invited users can add gifts and update the shared plan.

How often is Better Christmas List updated?

The app was last updated on November 4, 2026, with version 3.0. This indicates a recent update, suggesting ongoing development and support.

What is the age rating for Better Christmas List?

Better Christmas List has an age rating of 4+. This means it is suitable for children aged 4 and older, with no mature content.

What happens to my old gift lists in Better Christmas List?

You can archive each year's gifts and look back at what you gave. This feature helps you remember past gifts and avoid repeating ideas.

Is there a free trial for Better Christmas List Premium?

The app description does not explicitly mention a free trial for Premium. However, the core features are available for free, with Premium offering additional benefits.